Off-road

The custom Jeep craze in America has created a peculiar conundrum. On one hand, numerous aftermarket companies are creating kick-ass parts, and if you venture out to Moab, Utah chances are you will see these components being put to good use.

One of the last cars you’d ever think about taking off-road and onto a course filled with loose dirt, mud, and rocks would be a Bentley. Sure, they make some powerful cars, but they’re way too fancy and expensive to think about risking dings, dents, and scratches.

If you’re looking for truly off-road capable vehicle that also happens to be crazy fast, there aren’t too many choices. But the Nikola Zero aims to change that, with a rugged all-terrain vehicle with an all-electric drivetrain that’s as powerful as many high-end sports cars.

The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is a truly impressive off-road truck. One of the most critical components to its capabilities are its Fox Racing dampers. These shocks offer up an astounding 13″ of travel up front, and 13.9″ in the rear, and feature a clever internal-bypass design which works equally as well on or off-road.

Whether you’re a diplomat, an oil baron, or simply wealthy and paranoid, you need a vehicle that can survive a hostile attack. Look no further. Custom vehicle maker Devolro has got your covered with its KingDavid armored super truck.

For serious off-roading there are few vehicles that can keep up with a Jeep Wrangler. But if you don’t have the money or the room in your garage for one, you could always buy yourself one of these mini Jeeps.

My daily driver isn’t exactly the most practical of cars. After all, a 2-seat, rear-wheel drive sports car with a massive V8 isn’t great for hauling stuff, dealing with potholes, or handling Chicago’s nasty winter weather.

So who’s ready for a splash of adventure and the chance to prove they’ve got enough off-road prowess to best some of the most challenging terrains imaginable? If you just raised your hand then head over to the Land Rover Experience website to sign up for a spot at one of the LRE trial centers this summer.

Well here’s an odd spin on car modifications. Apparently electric car advocate Plug In Adventures has taken a Nissan LEAF and made it eligible for entry in this year’s Mongol Rally, a 10,000 mile jaunt from the UK to Mongolia. 

We’ve seen plenty of videos over the years of pro drivers like Ken Block tearing up the streets in crazy cars. RJ Anderson is the off-road equivalent of Ken Block, a champ at driving UTVs like a badass.

Remember when Akio Toyoda decreed “No more boring cars,” and the world gasped over the notion of exciting Toyota’s roaming the streets once more? Well it seems that Japan’s largest automotive firm has set its sights on taking the demand for off-road vehicles and catalyzing that interest in concept form.

I am a big fan of Ken Block’s Gymkhana series of videos. Toyo Tires does something similar with BJ Baldwin and the Toyota trophy truck that Baldwin drives, in a video series is called Recoil. The latest video in the Recoil series is now available, and it’s a blast.

The Land Rover Discovery has a long and illustrious history, dating back to 1989. Throughout its nearly 30 year run, the Discovery has always been a rugged and spacious vehicle, though this time out, the Discovery has knocked it out of the park on all fronts, delivering on the brand’s promises of versatility and capability without exception, and wrapping it all in a modern, appealing, and luxurious package.

Possibly the most impressive truck ever made by Ram is the Rebel TRX Concept. This off-road beast looks incredible with its lifted suspension, widened track, massive 37-inch lug tires, black lower body trim, fantastic red-trimmed beadlock wheels, and stunningly rich red paint that needs to be seen in person to be appreciated.

It hasn’t been long at all since VW kicked off production on its Alltrack, making a wagon with the prowess and utility of an SUV, while being more car-like to drive. Mercedes-Benz has now stepped into that same category with a new ride for folks that like the idea of a more capable wagon in a more luxurious package.